Couple of questions.

Hi all .. just joined, looks like a great forum you lot have here . Passed my test 7 months ago at 19 and got a new K6 SV and since then i did a few things to it. I'm thinking of changing the can again this time to a high level Blue Flame one but the thing is i have a R&G tail tidy fitted and using the OE indicators and i'm not sure if the can will clear it or not? Also would it be possible to use a K&N filter with an aftermarket exhaust without having to change the fueling? I'm afraid of her running lean. I'm going to need new tires shortly aswell so any recommendations?

Cheers,

Lee

Originally Posted by LeeSV

Hi all .. just joined, looks like a great forum you lot have here

Welcome to the forum Lee

Originally Posted by LeeSV

Passed my test 7 months ago at 19 and got a new K6 SV and since then i did a few things to it. I'm thinking of changing the can again this time to a high level Blue Flame one but the thing is i have a R&G tail tidy fitted and using the OE indicators and I'm not sure if the can will clear it or not?

First of all mate, dunno if I'd buy Blue Flame myself - a few lads (& lasses,) on here have had problems with poor build quality on them - i.e. the cans self-destructing on them etc! OE 'cators will probably foul the can if you go high-level with it...

I had a Remus high-level can on mine and ended up getting some Motrax LED arrow 'cators to prevent the fouling issue!

Originally Posted by LeeSV

Also would it be possible to use a K&N filter with an aftermarket exhaust without having to change the fuelling? I'm afraid of her running lean.

Again, you should be OK with this as you are fuel injected, but if you are worried you can have the bike Dyno'd and either re-mapped by someone with a Yoshi' box or go to the extra expense of a Power-Commander, but this isn't necessary My bike was fine with a K&N and after-market can without fuelling issues

Originally Posted by LeeSV

I'm going to need new tires shortly as well so any recommendations?

Definitely, definitely, definitely go for Metzler Z6's - the feel you get from them is awesome compared to the 5hitty Dunlop D220's that come on the bike from new

Good luck with it & stay safe

First off welcome to the club mate. You have made a fine choice. I bought my K4 new when I was 18 and never looked back. Yes he is right about the power commander you dont need it. I ran my micron full system and K&N filter for about 6 months with no issues, however when i finally stumped up the cash for a power commander I couldnt believe the difference it made. Smooths the response right through the rev range!!! Oh and Michelin Pilot Power 2CT's. Ive never used a better tyre!!!

First of all mate, dunno if I'd buy Blue Flame myself - a few lads (& lasses,) on here have had problems with poor build quality on them - i.e. the cans self-destructing on them etc! OE 'cators will probably foul the can if you go high-level with it...

Hmm .. on hearing that i've been edged towards another Scorpion as i had one on my little CBR125 and the build quality was excellent. I guess anything would be better than the "Wolf" i have now, it looked like it had been slapped together and then kicked round the garden.

Definitely, definitely, definitely go for Metzler Z6's - the feel you get from them is awesome compared to the 5hitty Dunlop D220's that come on the bike from new

I hear you there! Lowside/highside material.


Thanks for your reply.

[Lissa]

Originally Posted by sideshow46

Oh and Michelin Pilot Power 2CT's. Ive never used a better tyre!!!

Can I ask where you got your tyres from, as we would be interested in those. Oddly, we were only looking on the Michelin website a couple of days ago, and according to that they don't make the Pilot Power 2CT in either a 160 or a 170 size.

Yeah I got mine from a dealer on ebay. Not really that much cheaper than the usual shops but he did do next day delivery! Ill have a look and let you know.

Apologies they aren't 2CT's JUst pilot powers but they still have the same dual compound stuff as them and they are well worth it. Heres the gu I got mine from http://stores.ebay.co.uk/RoundAndBla...QQftidZ2QQtZkm

welcome to the forum, scorpion are a good can.

[Lissa]

Originally Posted by sideshow46

Apologies they aren't 2CT's JUst pilot powers but they still have the same dual compound stuff as them and they are well worth it. Heres the gu I got mine from http://stores.ebay.co.uk/RoundAndBla...QQftidZ2QQtZkm

Thanks for that, Hun.

Will check him out.

[21QUEST]

Originally Posted by Lissa

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Oh..look who's turned up. More importantly, there goes the neighbourhood



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